One way I transform my basic outfit into an outfit that LOOKS like I spent a lot of money is by accessorizing. But not just any kind of accessorizing, I look for high-end dupes to add to my wardrobe. This week we are going to show you where you can buy luxury dupes so you can look fabulous without breaking the bank.
Chanel has to be one of my favorite luxury brands that I hope and pray I can afford one day. When I saw this Chanel Coco Splash Bag, I was drooling over how girly this bag is, but the price of the bag is not in my budget. The resale price on fashionphile.com currently starts at $2,850 for this (not your everyday) bag. However I was able to find a dupe on egoshoes.com for $44.99 (currently on sale for $22.99).
I’m a huge lover of the shape bags. Chanel with their circular bags, Saint Laurent with their triangular bags but my favorite is the Louis Vuitton squared box bags. The Louis Vuitton’s Bleecker Box Bag is certainly a conversation starter, currently retail value at $3,450. I was able to find a dupe of the same bag on aliexpress.com for $18.12
The Dior So Light 1 became a big hit once Kylie Jenner and Saweetie posted a picture on their Instagram page featuring these sunglasses. They are currently sold out at Dior but is being sold on numerous of resale sites starting at $300. I was able to find a dupe on sunglassesspot.com for only $5, yes $5 and they also come in a variety of colors.
Rihanna is definitely changing the fashion industry both in fashion and in beauty. Once I seen these antisocial sunglasses, I knew this was going to be an instant game changer. The Antisocial sunglasses retail value is at $460 but you can purchase the dupe on sunglassesspot.com for $7.95.
The Valentino Garavani Women’s Rockstud Bow Flip-Flops
The Valentino Garavani Flip-Flops are what we call in fashion a classic. Ever since these shoes came on the scene, I seen them everywhere. I mean the shoe can literally be worn with any outfit. If you don’t want to spend $425 for this classic piece, then go to misslola.com for the dupe version for an affordable price of $23.99.
Since we have to follow stay at home orders because of COVID-19, I’ve been wearing less makeup and been obsessing over skin care. Skin care can be really expensive, but I found a solution to healthy glowing skin. My daily skin care routine consists of products that are affordable, vegan and can be purchase at Target. I’m going to show you what products I use and how I apply these products to my face.
I first start by wetting my face with lukewarm water and then I take Urban Skin Rx 3-in-1 Clear Skin Cleansing Bar ($15.99) and a sponge and I wash my face for 60 seconds (sponges are included with the purchase of the face wash).
After, I rinse my face off with cold water and pat dry. Next, I take the Heritage Store Rosewater Facial Toner ($11.79) and a reusable cotton round (can be purchase from Amazon or Etsy) and I tone my face.
Next, I use Urban Skin Rx Vitamin C + E Glowing Moisturizer ($22.99). I only use one but no more than two pumps of the moisturizer, a little goes a long way.
Lastly, I make sure to use sunscreen even though I’m not going outside. I use the Black Girl Sunscreen Broad Spectrum with a SPF of 30 and I use about a dime size amount of the sunscreen.
My skin left feeling healthy, looking radiant, and cost me only $90.
I hope you enjoy this post and were able to take some tips for my skin care routine that you can apply to yours.
Use your budget wisely! Make sure all of your required expenses are taken care of, then focus on paying off debt and building up savings. Once those are done, indulge a little! See how City Girl Savings creates a budget plan: Link in bio! #budgetbabe #womensequalityday
